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FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Mr. CHRISTOPHER ELOCHUKWU UNEGBU
Lecturer I
Department of Theatre Arts, Faculty of Arts
Area of Specialization: Theatre and Film Administration
Biography
Christopher Elochukwu Unegbu is a seasoned academic, Theatre scholar, and entertainment industry specialist with seven years of dedicated experience in higher education. Currently serving as a Lecturer in Theatre Arts, he has spent over a decade bridging the gap between creative expression and the structured mechanics of the entertainment business. While deeply rooted in live Theatre, his academic research and professional focus centre majorly on film administration and general entertainment Management.
Driven by a passion for the operational forces that bring creative visions to market, he specialises in critical industry pillars, including entertainment marketing, content censorship, and the operational dynamics of copyright law. His works explore the complex balance between artistic freedom, regulatory frameworks, and commercial viability. By analysing how intellectual property moves from concept to consumer, he provides invaluable insights into the legal and economic structures shaping digitalized modern media.
In the classroom, he is known for cultivating a dynamic, forward-thinking learning environment. Over his seven-year formal teaching tenure, he has developed a robust curriculum that equips the next generation of artists, administrators, and producers with both creative agility and strategic business acumen. He actively mentors students navigating the complexities of distribution, policy, and brand management in an ever-evolving global market.
Beyond their instructional roles, he remains an active contributor to the broader discourse on entertainment management. Through research, industry advocacy, and curriculum development, he continues to analyse how emerging technologies and shifting regulatory landscapes impact global entertainment pipelines. Blending artistic sensibility with rigorous administrative expertise, he represents a vital voice in shaping the future of Film and Theatre administration.
Research Interests
-Copyrighting
-Film censorship
-Digital piracy
-Marketing
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Masters of Arts | University of Ilorin, Kwara State Nigeria | 2016 |
| Bachelor of Arts | University of Nigeria Nsukka | 2010 |
Grants
Total Grant: NAIRA 3,600,000.00
Undergraduate Project Supervision
EFEECTS OF UNDERGRADUATE FILM PTODUCTION IN EKITI STATE
Course Teaching
ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING
Selected Publications
From Humanized Divinity To CGI: The Legacy Of Anthropomorphism In Film And Theatre
Authors: Chukwukelue Uzodinma Umenyilorah, Ikechukwu Albert, Maureen Ifeyinwa Emenike Odum, Terkimbi Isaac, Onyinye Aneke Gondo, Christopher Elochukwu Unegbu
Journal of Namibian Studies, 44 (2025): 60-72 • 2025
Open publicationTowards innovative marketing in the Nigerian entertainment space: Mosaic Theatre Productions Abuja in perspective
Authors: Christopher Elochukwu Unegbu
JOURNAL OF FINE AND CREATIVE ARTS, MUSIC, MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES • 2025
Open publicationExploring the Copyright challenges of Digital marketing in Nollywood using "Omoni Oboli Tv."
Authors: Christopher Elochukwu Unegbu
Creative Artist: A Journal of Theatre and Media Studies • 2025
Open publicationAssessing the cultural management studies of Abuja Carnival
Authors: Christopher Elochukwu Unegbu
Nile Journal of English Studies • 2016
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